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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSAWASDEE 3 (2009 Thai thread restarted)
Let me ask a question.

Did anyone here pay sin sot?

Get this- my future mother in law, whom I love and have a great relationship with, is making me pay 200k. BUT.. to keep up "appearances", shes putting 1mil baht out on display! Hahaha.. you gotta love Bangkokians.

I'm assuming we have a 85% shot at getting all the cash back after the ceremony.

But i'm wondering, is anyone else going through this?
BusaiteenMaleThailand2009-11-19 20:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSAWASDEE 3 (2009 Thai thread restarted)
Well Dave the easiest way to explain it is this... yellow shirts were originally simply monarch loyalist, myself included. It was just a way to show support to the king. But really it all boils down to Sondhi (old Thaksin friend who ended up on the outs) and Thaksin fighting a proxy war against each other over money. The original red shirts were Thaksin loyalist who basically were upcountry folk who appreciated all he had done for them. Port coup you had a sleuth of business owners, academics, etc join with the red shirts simply because 1. coups are not cool 2.. stability should be the #1 consideration above all else.


Its all BS anyway and youre not missing much.
BusaiteenMaleThailand2009-10-26 09:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSAWASDEE 3 (2009 Thai thread restarted)
Everyone is entitled to their opinion. My house is FIRMLY divided. I'm a RED SHIRT and my girl is a YELLOW. We just don't talk about it. The king is cool is a plethora of ways but looking at it objectively one could make many observations which suggest otherwise.


Don't get me started.... I lived there for 8 years, most of the time in BKK. I went to TU and BU and worked at Chula. Spent HEAPS of time in isaan, southern providences, etc ..

I have a HIGHLY ambivalent relationship with the Kingdom of Thailand.


BusaiteenMaleThailand2009-10-26 01:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSAWASDEE 3 (2009 Thai thread restarted)
I lived in Bkk for 6 years (Chula kid) and from what I know the interviewers start off in English. If the interviewee cant keep up they will switch to Thai.

As far as Embassy frustrations go, just remember that showing a bit of KRENG JAI will go a far far way with most Thais and in most situations.
BusaiteenMaleThailand2009-10-22 00:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAP- Does it apply to almost everyone ?!

Hi,

I was just wondering if the administrative processing after interview applies to everyone or only to some male applicants (beneficiary) ? So far, I have only heard male applicants went through administrative processing.

Also, do you know approxiamately how many percent of applicants through the embassy in London have to go through administrative process after the interview ?

Thanks.


My fiance's had his interview on Jan 5, 2010. The CO told him all is good regarding his application, but they have a new procedure that requires them to do further AP on his app. She told him he will hear from them within a week or two, however I called DOS, they said it will be several weeks. His case is in DC. The CO gave him a white slip that reads as follows " Section 221(g) and underneath the box checked reads: Your application requires administrative Processing. Our office will call you as soon as this process is complete. If you do not hear from us within 10 weeks of your application, you can email the embassy to check on the status of your case"

Does anyone know what this might mean. They did not ask us for anything more than what we submitted? what would it be?
Thank you,

Edited by horseloverinfl, 12 January 2010 - 04:26 PM.

horseloverinflFemaleLebanon2010-01-12 16:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresImmigrant to non immigrant
Hello,
DOS just told me that my fiance's K-1 visa was changed from immigrant to non immigrant. What does that mean please help. Is this a good sign? we have under AP.
Thank you,
horseloverinflFemaleLebanon2010-02-03 16:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOMG OMG!!!!!!!
that is wonderful :) Congrats!!!!
boo booFemaleNigeria2007-04-03 21:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWho is allowed to Sponser
anyone that meets the required income can co-sponsor. It can be family or a friend. Whoever co-sponsors has to submit all the required documents that are requested along w/ ur hubby's
boo booFemaleNigeria2007-08-30 19:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresuscis approval delay
Ok....I can not believe it, but I got my NOA2 today......and I called USCIS earlier and they stated that my application was being "reviewed", afew hours later- my mail came....and there was my letter :) The date on my NOA2 is 10/12/06. Be strong.....my info on the USCIS website is still old and inaccurate, I do not understand....but it all worked out and I am 100% sure it will workout for you :)
boo booFemaleNigeria2006-10-19 13:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresuscis approval delay
Hello, My financee is from Nigeria also, I recieved NOA1 on 07/10/06....sent IMBRA (RFE) and it was recv'd 10/02/06...and I am now waiting patiently for the NOA2 (which is very hard). Be strong and stay positive...have a blessed day everyone!!
boo booFemaleNigeria2006-10-19 09:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA2 November 2nd
We are really happy for you that you have been approved.Best of luck as you enter the NVC stage,hopefully they wont delay you there that long.
boo booFemaleNigeria2006-11-05 10:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresno recepit sweet fa lost paperwork

I'm not sure what happened to you, but you said $190 down the drain... the I-129F costs $170 to file, if I remember right they'll refuse your check if you sent one for more than $170; could that be the reason?



Was $170

she never had a checking account at time so paid by money order.

Where she got money order from they are usless and don't know if its been cashed


Does she have the other part of the MO? That should have been kept for security purposes- its like a receipt. I lost a MO once and I called the MO company and got the money back w/in afew weeks.....they will stop a payment if it hasn't been cashed.
boo booFemaleNigeria2007-03-19 15:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedureswaiting to come to usa after rec. visa

My fiance was approved for the visa and we are now waiting for his passport to arrive back to him. The question I have is that he needs to stay in UK for at least three more months . He wants to be able to work and save enuf money so he will be able to purchase his ticket and have enuf for us to file for change of status, and also enuf for us to live easily after he arrives untill he is able to work.

My question is if he stays on for about three months before comeing will this effect any of the processing in any way? As soon as he arrives we will marry imediately and then file everything. But we know the visa is only good for six months and we knoow the processing takes time. Once we file will that extend everything untill processing is complete? and will his wiaitng to come effect anything?


Hello
He is good to be in the UK for 6 mos and then when he comes to the US...you have 90 days to marry, everything should be ok....just have patience when it comes to filing the EAD or AOS...that is the phase my husband is at now and we are just playing the waiting game.
boo booFemaleNigeria2007-04-06 07:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresgovernment assistance
Hello
Just trying to get some accurate info for a friend. If someone is on government assistance....and they have a co-sponsor....will they have a good chance of being approved for the K1 visa and AOS? I tried searching for info, but no luck.

Thanks for your help smile.gif
boo booFemaleNigeria2007-10-10 14:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresletter of intent
QUOTE (naijla9 @ Jan 1 2009, 01:38 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Can my fiancee scan me his letter of intent for me to print out, or does he actually have to physically send me the actual letter?
thank you



Yes that would work smile.gif That is what we did when we were filing. Good luck with everything and please look "Example Forms" and it has an example of a letter of intenent that both parties could use, if needed.

QUOTE (boo boo @ Jan 1 2009, 02:19 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (naijla9 @ Jan 1 2009, 01:38 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Can my fiancee scan me his letter of intent for me to print out, or does he actually have to physically send me the actual letter?
thank you



Yes that would work smile.gif That is what we did when we were filing. Good luck with everything and please look "Example Forms" and it has an example of a letter of intenent that both parties could use, if needed.



I apolgize for the typos smile.gif
boo booFemaleNigeria2009-01-01 02:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFINALLY APPROVED
Congratulations!!!
LovespongeFemaleJamaica2008-11-24 18:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresasking for prayers please...
Good Luck and May God Bless you and your husband
LovespongeFemaleJamaica2008-12-02 22:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWe Got Approved...Moving Forward!!!
Wow thats great news congratulations
LovespongeFemaleJamaica2008-12-19 21:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDon't want No More Touches...Because I got approved
Congratulations
LovespongeFemaleJamaica2008-12-19 21:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresThe Unexpected has happened
Congratulations dancin5hr.gif
LovespongeFemaleJamaica2008-12-23 22:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresThe long nightmare is finally over
Congratulations and may God continue to bless the two of you.
LovespongeFemaleJamaica2008-12-29 23:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresApppppproooooved hooray
Congratulations & good luck with NVC
LovespongeFemaleJamaica2009-01-04 23:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNewbie
kicking.gif Thanks everyone for your kind words of encouragement.
Loria
LovespongeFemaleJamaica2008-11-23 14:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNewbie
Hello everyone, I just started the K1 process and OMG it really takes a lot out of you emotionally. I have been reading your posts and I must say I am very impressed, what a great support system you have here. If I had known about this I think I could have avoided some of the the depression that this whole process was putting me through a few weeks ago.
I am completely IN LOVE with my fiancee and my life just wouldnt be complete without him here with me. I had to make an emergency visit to Jamaica last week just to clear my mind. I feel a lot better now and I am ready to move through this process PATIENTLY(what other way is there).
Thank you, Loria
LovespongeFemaleJamaica2008-11-22 18:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMarriage abroad on a K-1
You can have a religious ceremony there first as long as its not "official" and off any public records then get married "officially" when your fiance gets here.
LovespongeFemaleJamaica2009-01-11 22:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould i Cancel my K1 visa!?
I would not tell them anything about his past drug use, what they dont know wont hurt you and they cant find out unless you tell them.
LovespongeFemaleJamaica2009-01-21 19:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 I-129 Question
You were not supposed to send the originals with the I-129 you were supposed to send copies. No, you will not get the originals back from the USCIS, your gonna have to see if you can you retrieve them another way.
LovespongeFemaleJamaica2008-12-14 14:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAOS and 2013 Tax Return
Yes. That was the last return I had. I included a copy of my 2013 W2
JA_MartinezFemalePhilippines2014-03-20 19:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI need some advice
That is a very good plan. Then you should report that woman on every blog site you can. Your case really does need legal representation but be careful. I had free consults with three attys and read immigration bools to understand the process before I started. By the time I went to all three attys I had a pretty good understanding of where I needed to go and which atty's information was most solid....you can tell because some of them tell you bs like the woman advising you. They are shadey and will unfortunately lead alot of.people down some very dangerous paths just to get the money....some of them have no morals. Take your time and shop around so you dont get tricked again. Shes told you to lie so many times. You're smart for gettting away from her.
JA_MartinezFemalePhilippines2014-03-29 23:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI need some advice
Oh wow. I'm not sure your advisor should be advising. The consequences of lieing on an immigration application would not be good. Hopefully you're not paying her to mislead you in to troublen. You need to follow your gutt.
Sounds like she is also advising you incorrectly about his not becoming a legal resident. Wow
JA_MartinezFemalePhilippines2014-03-29 21:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresnotarized or not (I-864)
No, not.necessary
JA_MartinezFemalePhilippines2014-03-31 21:16:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWill we know interview schedule?
You (should) get a notice from NVC telling you the case is completed and that they will be contacting the embassy for an appt. Once an appt is assigned (typically happens the begining of each month for the next month until they run out of appt slots), you will get another email telling you when your appt is and attachments with your medical appt information as well as a full document telling you what the NVC has sent to the embassy vs what you will need to take to your interview
JA_MartinezFemalePhilippines2014-04-07 12:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresam I ready to go?
Nice job!
JA_MartinezFemalePhilippines2014-04-08 10:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCan my foreign wife get a U.S. visa with me having no job & no joint sponsor if I have $82,000. in bank account
IMO, USEM known for their stringent interview, I would suggest having a joint sponsor will be a good idea to have your bases covered. Good luck!
Mr.&Mrs.EMBNot TellingPhilippines2014-03-30 09:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresquestion about my son
Your son is a US citizen, no need to file I-130.
Mr.&Mrs.EMBNot TellingPhilippines2014-04-02 02:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC process - Planning to leave US for 2 months
I live with my wife too and what I did was bring all the documents required for the AOS and IV packet i.e. Birth certificates, marriage certificate, tax transcripts, if you have a joint sponsor..joint sponsors proof of US citizenship like his/her birth certificate, biographic page of passport. For all the correspondents we need from NVC, we got it through email but calling NVC will always be the most reliable way to know how your case is moving. I proved it to be very important to follow up calling NVC several times especially after you got your approval, you would want to know that NVC has acknowledged receiving your case from USCIS. Good luck!
Mr.&Mrs.EMBNot TellingPhilippines2014-04-04 11:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureswill foodstamps can affect on the petition process?
I would suggest you might need to consider getting a joint sponsor. Good luck!
Mr.&Mrs.EMBNot TellingPhilippines2014-04-05 02:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPls Help!! Urgent (Joint Sponsor Just Died Today) =(
To clarify whether or not you'll need to file an AOS again, I'm not sure if there is such thing as amended AOS due to death of joint sponsor or you'll just basically need to submit a new AOS again with the info of a new joint sponsor. But then again calling the NVC would be your best bet. If there are other VJers knowledgeable on this information, some might chime in later. I hope that link helps somehow. Regardless, it's going to be alright, this may slow you down a bit but you're almost there. Good vibes! Really sorry for the loss.
Mr.&Mrs.EMBNot TellingPhilippines2014-04-07 03:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPls Help!! Urgent (Joint Sponsor Just Died Today) =(
I hope this helps:

http://travel.state....-questions.html


Mr.&Mrs.EMBNot TellingPhilippines2014-04-07 03:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPls Help!! Urgent (Joint Sponsor Just Died Today) =(
I'm sorry to hear that. You might need to find a new joint sponsor.
Mr.&Mrs.EMBNot TellingPhilippines2014-04-06 23:52:00